There are many reasons why adding a surveillance camera or two to your home can be a smart investment in terms of home security. Maybe you’re going on an extended vacation, and sure, you asked the neighbors to keep an eye out, but they have their own lives to lead. Maybe you and your housemates work long hours and worry about leaving your home unattended for so long. Maybe you’re just a little anxious. Whatever the reason, security cameras are a great way to feel more safe in your home. Fortunately, there are plenty of options on the market. You don’t want to install a system only to realize after you’ve put all that time and effort that it isn’t doing what you wanted. After all, there’s a broad range – from virtual doormen to CCTV. So here are some things to consider before you commit.Read More

There’s a myriad of reasons why one might need to duplicate a key. Perhaps you want to make a spare key for a new roommate, family, babysitter, or a neighbor you trust. Maybe your key got stuck in the lock or broke. Whatever your reason is, today’s automated electronic key-cutting gadgets make it easy to get a duplicate key in a snap.

Most homeowners are often content with the locks that came originally with the garage door. Some even reuse the lock without giving it much thought when replacing the garage door. What most people seem to neglect is that the garage door still remains the most crucial entry point to your home.

If you’re in the market for new locks, you might consider a keypad lock. They offer another layer of security to your home, and are often more convenient. After all, if your door opens with a password, you don’t need to worry about losing your keys. So let’s take a look at the 3 main aspects you’ll consider when choosing a keypad lock: security, convenience, and style.

Most people dread the thought of having to wait several minutes or hours for a locksmith to arrive. Losing a key or locking yourself out in itself is a stressful ordeal. To add insult to injury, it can be late in the night when you’re too tired to focus on the matter at hand.

So you were in a hurry and got a little too enthusiastic while locking your front door. Or your car is frozen over from the snow last night and the iced up lock snapped your key like a twig. I feel your pain, but Read More

So it’s time for new locks. There are plenty of reasons for it. You’re moving into a new place and want to make sure the locks are fresh. You’re redesigning and want an updated look for your door hardware. You want to break up with someone but you Read More